We’ve been incredibly lucky to have our grandchildren grow up close to us. But things do change. Grandson Brandon now lives in Atlanta with his mom. I’m glad he’s there, but we obviously miss him. He painted his bedroom some lovely shades of green with burgundy accents. I’ve made him quilts before, and of course had to make one celebrating this move.
I went to the fabric store with his paint chips and put together a bundle of fabrics. As I was checking out, the woman asked if I was working on Christmas projects. And did that ever throw me off. Christmas? No!! Wise quilt buddy Sarah S suggested adding navy into the mix. And was she ever right! As I worked on the quilt, I had to switch from the design wall to the design floor. Although. It exactly an improv project, I had to see and keep track of what I was doing as I segued from one color to another. Once the top was finished, I used the dining room floor to lay out the backing and batting. And then I began to hand quilt like crazy, trying to finish it for an ore-Easter drive to Atlanta. You’ve heard of day drinking? For me I was day hand quilting, an activity normally for evenings. And since I now know how to make pillow cases, Brandon got two pillowcases as well!
It was gratifying to see how nicely this quilt looks in Brandon’s room, and even more gratifying that he announced he well he slept and how nice it feels. His mom is going to wash it and get it even more puckery and textured. This quilt was an immensely fun and satisfying project!
